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Death of child reinforces dangers of mini-motorbikes

Sinn Féin representative for the Castle Ward in West Belfast, Fra Hamilton
has this evening expressed his sadness at the death of a four-year-old boy
in Belfast's Shankill area.

The young boy died when the mini-motorbike he was riding collided with a car
this morning.

Speaking this afternoon Mr Hamilton said:

"I want to extend my deepest sympathy to the family of the young boy who
died on the Shankill Road today.

"This death is a dreadful reminder of the dangers, which exist on our
streets, particularly for young children. Every effort must be made to
ensure that proper play and recreation facilities are provided for our
children. Those in authority must learn the lessons of this tragedy." ENDS